Meet Jordan W.

Citizenship Assistant

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, Government of Canada

Winter 2021 (4 month term)

"Arts Work Experience has been an incredible opportunity and I am so glad I made the decision to join. I am currently in a co-op placement with Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), specifically with Citizenship. There are certainly many challenges involved with working during a pandemic, but my work term so far has nevertheless been very interesting and enjoyable. As a student, working in a professional setting, and for the Government, has been a unique and valuable learning experience. I am happy to be able to directly contribute to important work, such as accepting files, scheduling citizenship events, responding to client emails, and much more. As well, I would say one of the most exciting parts of my job involves assisting with citizenship ceremonies and being able to witness so many people become Canadian citizens. It is a day our clients will likely never forget - the culmination of their journeys to becoming citizens - and I have the privilege of playing a small part in that intricate process of citizenship. I know that all of the experiences I have gained during this job are things I will never forget.

This co-op position provided me with the opportunity to take things I have learned in university and apply them outside of the classroom. There is no doubt in my mind that the professional skills I have developed - such as communication, technical knowledge, networking, etc. - will be very helpful in preparing me for a career after university. I encourage all Arts students to consider AWE, as this co-op has done so much to advance both my personal and professional growth. I would like to say that working with IRCC and for the federal public service has truly been an honour."

Jordan Wong is an Honors Political Science student with a minor in Economics. He currently works with Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada as a Citizenship Assistant.